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Expert, regularly updated, specialist theoretical and critical knowledge acquired through postgraduate specialist training through recognised accredited courses and modules provided through the International Association for the Study of Pain, the British Pain Society for Pain specialists, psychological technical, therapeutic and professional CPD and peer supervision and learning.
Evidence of independently and formally assessed consultant -level knowledge by a non -HCS, BPS approved UK consultant clinical psychologist in the same specialty (pain)
Expert knowledge of relevant national and international guidelines on psychological treatment and rehabilitation, including those relating to chronic pain management and psychological aspects of pain, mindfulness and trauma including contributing to the knowledge base in the specialist field of practice
Post-doctoral research profile demonstrated through consistent peer reviewed publication and conference presentation history
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (D.Clin)
Post doctoralmanagement/quality improvement/leadership training required to deliver on role
Evidence of postgraduate training to Masters level or equivalent in related fields of expertise relevant to Expert level practice in pain management (vocational rehabilitation, cognitive behavioural therapy, bio psychosocial theory and practice, acceptance and commitment therapy and practice; Mindfulness; Compassion Focused Therapy)
Registered, approved applied psychology supervisor (e.g. Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors RAPPS)
For complex trauma and relational aspects, appropriate accreditation and registration as a therapist/teacher/supervisor with relevant bodies / prof. and accrediting organisations eg. EMDR/trauma focused CBT/CAT/DBT/Schema focused Registration with the Department of Health and Community Services and with the Health Professions Council
Membership of specialist interest professional bodies including the International Association for the Study of Pain, the British Pain Society and the Division of Clinical Psychologists of the British Psychological Society or equivalent is essential for the pain role
Undergraduate degree in psychology providing graduate basis for registration
In addition, ten years, full time, relevant post -graduate experience, with a minimum of five years experience within Specialist field or the equivalent level of required experience by explicit and demonstrable competencies (breadth and depth) and performance achievement/s in all relevant areas.
Expert knowledge and experience of project-based service delivery, incorporating planning, evaluation, reporting methods and appropriate user involvement processes, e.g. Developing innovative psychological provisions in pain, use of technological innovation for patients behavioural outcomes; patient co-design processes

Pain Psychology Consultant

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